The New York Times today covers the lesser-known gay destinations: Douglas and Saugatuck, Michigan; Ogunquit, Maine; Eureka Springs, Arkansas; Guerneville, California; Rehoboth Beach, Delaware; Asbury Park, New Jersey; Pahoa, Hawaii; Asheville, North Carolina; and Sullivan County in upstate New York, noting that the internet has caused these pockets of gay culture to become more well-known.
The Times makes sure to note, of course, that despite the far-flung aspect of some of these destinations, there’s still the requisite go-go boy, which is either sad, hot, or hysterical depending on your perspective.
So, if you’re not up for the well-trod destinations of Provincetown, Key West, Fire Island, or Laguna Beach, and you’re looking to be around gay people you may have more choices than you think. It’s great to see these smaller destinations covered. I grew up in Chicago and visited Saugatuck a handful of times when I was a child, but I’ve always wanted to revisit.
Anybody know of other small gay destinations around the country that aren’t covered in the article? If so, or if you’d like to voice your opinion about some of the places covered in the article, please do so…
